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WWD 11/13/2012

WWD 11/13/2012

Accessories, Beauty Focus of M&A World


Accessories, footwear and beauty are where the money wants to be in the fashion world — literally.

SEE LIST BELOW FOR ALL OF THIS ISSUE'S ARTICLES

Isaac Mizrahi New York Sportswear Spring 2013

For the debut of his better-priced label, the designer dug into his ready-to-wear archives.
— Nov 13, 2012

Jennifer Zuccarini Launches Fleur du Mal

The designer previewed the new lingerie and lifestyle collection for WWD in her New York studio last week.
— Nov 13, 2012

PwC: M&A Deals Up 60% on Year

Many of the deals in the consumer space continue to be consumer packaged goods firms selling noncore operations.
— Nov 13, 2012

Lame-Duck Congress Set to Take On Key Measures

Capitol Hill lawmakers are poised to confront the daunting challenge of finding a compromise to avoid a "fiscal cliff."
— Nov 13, 2012

Tommy Hilfiger in Brazil Joint Venture

Tommy Hilfiger do Brasil SA will hold the rights to operate, manage and distribute the designer's branded products in the country.
— Nov 13, 2012

Susan Mary Alsop: The Second Lady of Camelot

A new biography paints a vivid picture of the backstage power broker who crossed paths with every significant figure of the second half of the 20th century.
— Nov 13, 2012

In the News: Accessories

Mosley Tribes, Kara Ross and Martin Katz are among the companies that are launching new collections.
— Nov 13, 2012

Q&A: Lisa Clyde, Investment Banking Expert

The head of Americas retail investment banking at Bank of America Merrill Lynch talked with WWD recently about the latest in deal-making.
— Nov 13, 2012

Accessories, Beauty Focus of M&A World

For buyers looking for high-growth opportunities, it's smaller, younger firms with a lifestyle approach that have presented the most intriguing possibilities.
— Nov 13, 2012

Holt Renfrew: On a Youth Click

The retailer has spent the past year carefully building its social media presence, with a primary goal of reaching a younger demographic.
— Nov 13, 2012

Holt Renfrew Mixes Merchandise and Philanthropy

The department store is finding many ways to give back and create buzz.
— Nov 13, 2012

Cosmo's Joanna Coles Hosts Luncheon at Michael's

Some of New York's most accomplished women - including Sarah Jessica Parker, Naomi Wolf, Diane von Furstenberg and Cathie Black - attended.
— Nov 13, 2012

Gemvara Taps Annabel Tollman

Fine jewelry e-tailor has named the celebrity stylist its first brand ambassador.
— Nov 13, 2012

Santo Versace Milanese Mansion on the Market

Located on the posh Via Dei Giardini, the asking price is steep - more than $62 million.
— Nov 13, 2012

Van Cleef & Arpels Throws Rodeo Drive Fete

The jeweler's boutique has reopened after a seven-month renovation and expansion.
— Nov 13, 2012

'Silver Linings Playbook' Premieres in New York

Jennifer Lawrence, dressed in a black Christian Dior couture suit and neck scarf, walked the red carpet.
— Nov 13, 2012

Holt Renfrew's History Book

WWD details the retailer's trans-Canadian journey spanning 175 years.
— Nov 13, 2012

Holt Renfrew Timeline: Through the Years

A look back at the milestones in the retailer's history.
— Nov 13, 2012

Holt Renfrew's Yorkdale Outpost Gets Facelift

Toronto department store is undergoing a complete overhaul, doubling its size over the next year.
— Nov 13, 2012

Holt Renfrew Marks Anniversary With Exclusives

The department store celebrated its 175th with an array of products and events.
— Nov 13, 2012

Designers Weigh In on Holt Renfrew

A stream of store appearances and events has forged a bond between makers and merchant.
— Nov 13, 2012

Danielle Nicole Handbags to Be Featured on 'The Price is Right'

The show was filmed in June and airs today on CBS.
— Nov 13, 2012

Barbara Atkin's Director's Cut

For 25 years, Holt Renfrew's vice president of fashion direction has spearheaded the department store's fashion point of view.
— Nov 13, 2012

Hr2: Holt Renfrew's Contemporary Bet

The department store aims at a younger demographic with a new concept.
— Nov 13, 2012

Parsons The New School for Design Headed to Paris

Beginning in fall 2013, Parsons Paris will offer both bachelor's and master's degree programs taught in English.
— Nov 13, 2012

Derek Lam Heading to Shanghai

Next week, the designer will host a party with Shopbop.com to introduce his 10 Crosby Derek Lam resort collection to Chinese clients.
— Nov 13, 2012

Deborah Needleman Taps Stylist Joe McKenna

With her new hires, the team that Sally Singer had organized has mostly been displaced.
— Nov 13, 2012

Gilt Launches Hurricane Relief Initiative

Customers who log on and donate to the cause will receive a voucher for up to 50 percent off at any of the participating Sandy Relief merchants.
— Nov 13, 2012

Selfridges Keeps It All in the Family

Holt Renfrew's parent is part of the vast holdings of the Weston family that include fashion, food and more.
— Nov 13, 2012

Holt Renfrew Raises the Luxury Ante

The department store's president Mark Derbyshire discusses turning the business around, connecting with consumers and tightening ties to vendors.
— Nov 13, 2012

Holt Renfrew's Designer Game Plan

The department store chain is expanding and upgrading its apparel offering with more upscale designer brands.
— Nov 13, 2012

Organic Cotton Dealing With Supply and Demand Issues

A new report from the Textile Exchange details the complexities of the product.
— Nov 12, 2012

Grey Goose Winter Ball Bows in London

The evening, which raises money for the Elton John AIDS Foundation, is usually hosted by Elton John himself, but this year Kevin Spacey filled in.
— Nov 12, 2012

Cache Loss Increases as Margins Weigh

The women's apparel retailer cited a hefty tax-related charge and "unfavorable" fashion to its financial results.
— Nov 12, 2012

Parrish Museum Opens After a Stormy Delay

The East End institution unveiled its new building a week later than anticipated.
— Nov 12, 2012

Downgrades Send J.C. Penney Tumbling

Shares of the chain dropped 12.9 percent to $17.97 Monday - the worst close since March 2009.
— Nov 12, 2012

Brunello Cucinelli Profits Climb 25.3%

Growth in all markets around the world, except Italy, and gains at both its retail and wholesale channels helped the Italian luxury company.
— Nov 12, 2012

Michael Kors, CFDA Boost Sandy Relief Efforts

The designer has pledged $1 million, while the CFDA and Vogue have launched Fashion for Sandy Relief, an industry fund-raiser.
— Nov 12, 2012

Ebay Returns to China With Xiu.com

On Monday the partners officially unveiled their new fashion e-commerce Web site, eBay Style.
— Nov 12, 2012

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